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Gear Up for One of the Nation's Largest Jeep Events:
2013 Festival Plans Announced
The Bantam Jeep Heritage Festival has finalized plans for the third annual event celebrating Butler, Pa. as the birthplace of the Jeep. New this year, the Festival will take place over three full days, June 14-16, 2013, at Cooper's Lake Campground, just 10 minutes west of the previous location.
"We're excited to grow the event into three days so Jeepers can make the Festival be part of a new Father's Day weekend tradition," said Patti Jo Lambert, Festival director. "The additional day gives Jeep enthusiasts the chance to have more fun with their family, whether they spend all three days in Butler County or attend the Festival and then return home for other family activities."
The event will feature the popular Jeep Invasion in downtown Butler on Friday night, June 14, as well as a new off-road playground, mud pit, rock crawl, trail rides, WWII encampment, history displays, national vendors, how-to clinics, flea market and more each day.
New Activities Offered in 2013
Three Full Days of Fun
All Festival activities will now take place on Friday, Saturday and Sunday at Cooper's Lake. The Festival will open each day at 9 a.m. and will close at 4 p.m. on Friday, 5 p.m. on Saturday and 3 p.m. on Sunday.
Bigger, Better Trails
The property at Cooper's Lake will give off-roaders the chance to try new challenging trails. At least five different trails will be offered for both stock and intermediate Jeeps. Some trails will offer additional challenges for those with Jeeps equipped to handle such obstacles. Each trail will be nearly triple the length of those previously offered.
Expanded Times for Mystery Road Rally and Jeep Team Challenge
The Mystery Road Rally and Jeep Team Challenge activities will be expanded to more hours on all three days to accommodate more participants. The Rally is a scavenger hunt that takes Jeepers on various routes throughout Butler County where they need to answer questions about places along the route. The Jeep Team Challenge features fun obstacles for a driver and passenger to do together. Last year's teams had fun playing "broom ball," driving in reverse, smashing water balloons and more. Prizes will be awarded to the winners of both activities.
Glacial Interpretive Driving Tour
On Friday afternoon, Jeeps can enjoy a drive on Butler County's scenic back roads and also learn about our geologic history. Three groups of Jeeps will visit three interesting geological formations made by glaciers that covered the area during the last Ice Age. Interpretive staff from Moraine and McConnells Mill State Parks and Jennings Environmental Education Center will offer a short hike and share details about each feature. The activity is geared for all ages.
Expanded Show 'n Shine Classes and Trophies
Stock and modified trophies will be awarded in most classes, giving Jeepers even more chances to bring home a prize they can proudly display. All winners will be determined by a panel of judges with the exception of Best of Show which will be voted on by the registered participants.
Little Jeepers Show 'n Shine
Kids of all ages will want to join in the fun and participate in the Little Jeepers Show 'n Shine. Wooden toy Jeep kits will be available for purchase via the online store (available in February) and at the event. Jeeps can be painted and modified in any way and brought to the event for the competition or they can be painted on-site. Prizes will be awarded in various classes.
Jeep Competitions
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